Warm Temps and Showers To Start Of June
The DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) region is in for a shifting weather pattern this week, starting with warm and hazy conditions, transitioning to hotter temperatures mid-week, and then bringing chances of showers and thunderstorms for the weekend.
Tuesday (June 3rd): Hazy Sunshine Today, expect hazy sunshine across the region, with temperatures reaching the low to mid-80s. The haze is attributed to lingering Canadian wildfire smoke, which may obscure the sky but is not expected to bring rain. Overnight lows will be in the low to mid-60s.
Midweek Warm-up (Wednesday & Thursday): Summer-like Heat Temperatures will climb significantly through the middle of the week, bringing summer-like heat. Wednesday will see highs in the upper 80s, possibly nearing 90 degrees in some areas, under sunny skies. Thursday will continue this trend, with highs around 90 degrees and mostly sunny conditions. Overnight lows will be in the upper 60s and low 70s.
Weekend Outlook (Friday - Sunday): Increased Chance of Showers and Storms The latter half of the week and the weekend introduce a greater chance of precipitation.
- Friday: Expect partly sunny skies with a chance of showers, particularly in the afternoon and evening. Highs will be in the upper 80s, with lows in the upper 60s to low 70s.
- Saturday: The chance of rain increases, with showers and likely thunderstorms throughout the day. Temperatures will be in the mid-80s for highs, dropping to the mid-60s overnight.
- Sunday: The forecast for Sunday shows a mix of sun and clouds with a continued chance of showers. Highs will be in the low 80s, with overnight lows in the mid-60s.
Overall, residents of the DMV should prepare for a warm and increasingly humid week, with the possibility of scattered rain and thunderstorms heading into the weekend. Stay updated with local forecasts for any changes in the timing or intensity of precipitation.